Assembly Instructions Funbrella Palm Please read all assembly/installation instructions before the installation or removal of this product. EVANSVILLE, IN Sold by Aquatic Technology, Inc. Phone: 800-446-646 207-877-7900 Fax: 207-692-033 Email: cs@poolweb.com www.poolweb.com Quality, Craftsmanship and Service since 892 EC 3529 FunPalm 008
FUNBRELLA PALM PARTS LIST ITEM NO. QUANTITY DESCRIPTION Pole Assembly 2 0 Rafters Rafter in Open Position. 3 0 Braces 4 Pressure Plate 5 20 3/8 x 3/4 Hex Head Bolt 6 0 3/8 x /4 Hex Head Bolt 7 30 3/8 Lock Nut Bottom Hub in Open Position. Brace in Open Position 8 2 3/8 x 5 /2 Hex Head Bolt 9 2 3/8 ID Flat Washer 0 2 3/8 Hex Nut 2 3/8 Cap Nut CenterPole Rafter in Closed Position. 3-6 MANPOWER REQUIRED Two experienced installers should be able to assemble a Funbrella Palm top & frame in two hours. INSPECT SITE - CAUTION Consult local Utility Company prior to installation. Prior to assembly be sure to look around for obstacles, pipes, wires and etc. Brace in Closed Position. Finish Grade Bottom Hub in Closed Position. 4-4 8-6 Ground Sleeve LAYOUT & CHECK Use parts list for a quick identification and check list for proper quantities. 0-0 TOOLS REQUIRED 9/6 Wrench 5/8 Wrench 3/4 Wrench (2) 0 Stepladders () 6 Extension Ladder Post Hole Digger (optional...required only to dig hole for ground sleeve) (2) Cable Come-A-Longs (minimum 800 lb. rating, minimum 0-0 pull) - sold separately Figure A Warning: Do not install groundsleeve or center pole where they may be in contact with water from swimming pool or any other body of water. SET GROUND SLEEVE (SOLD SEPARATELY) Dig a -3 minimum diameter hole 3 - deep or as required by soil conditions or local code. Add 3 of gravel. Insert ground sleeve with 6 square plate on bottom. Ground sleeve is marked with red tape indicating finished grade level. (Figure B) Plumb sleeve and brace into position during concrete pour. Fill concrete to cover red tape. Allow to dry for 72 hours before mounting Funbrella Palm center pole. Figure B 2
STEP Set Center Pole Assembly into ground sleeve and secure with (2) 3/8 x 5 /2 Bolts, (2) 3/8 Flat Washers, (2) 3/8 Hex Nuts and (2) 3/8 Cap Nuts. (Items # 8, 9, 0 & on Parts List - Page 2.) (Figures a & b) After raising pole, remove bolt, nut and spacers under bottom hub and set aside for later use. Carefully slide the hub to the bottom of the pole. Pole Assembly Top hub Bottom Hub See Figure b Figure a 7 5 8 9 0 Ground Sleeve 0 Figure 2a 2 Hub on Pole Assembly 8 9 Figure b STEP 2 Using extension ladder, install rafters to top hub with 3/8 x 3/4 Bolts (Item 5) and 3/8 Nuts (Item 7). Figure 2b Important: Install last two rafters at the same time. To avoid interference, insert Bolt (Item 5) into hole, thru rafter with end of bolt flush to edge of casting. ( Figure 2a) Then, insert last bolt into last hole and thru rafter. ( Figures 2b & 2c) Figure 2c Now place nuts on bolts and tighten - do not over-tighten. (Figure 2d) Examine bottom hub to be sure it is rotated so that eyenuts on bottom hub are in-line with eyenuts on top hub. Repeat the installation process with braces ( Items 3) onto bottom hub on pole assembly. 3 Figure 2d
STEP 3 Assemble rafters (Item 2) to braces (Item 3) using 3/8 x 3/4 Bolts ( Item 6) & Nuts (Item 7). See Figure 3. Assemble all ten Rafters to Braces. 2 6 7 3 Figure 3 STEP 4 Snap (2) Ratchet Come-A-Longs (purchased separately) to the eyebolts on top hubs and to the eyebolts on bottom hub (Figure 4a). Ratchets should be set close to bottom hub ( Figure 4b). Caution: Be certain that ratchet is securely connected to top & bottom hubs to prevent bottom hub from falling - Injury could occur. Top Hub Come-A-Long Snaps to Eye Bolts on Top Hub. Figure 4a Come-Along Snaps to Eye Bolts on Bottom Hub. Figure 4b 4
STEP 5 Using extension ladder, climb to top of pole and remove nut from pin at top of pole assembly. Climb down ladder and carry pressure plate, 3/4 wrench, nut and fabric bundle to top of pole. ( Do Not unroll fabric bundle until it is on top of pole.) Center hole in top fabric on pin, and let fabric drop (Figure 5). Line up seams with rafters. When hole is centered and seams are aligned, place pressure plate on pin and tighten nut with wrench. Fabric bundle STEP 6 Position 2 persons at end of one of the rafters. Pull fabric seam off to side of rafter and insert hook on bottom of fabric in hole on bottom side of the corresponding rafter (Figure 6). While one person pulls fabric down, other person should line up strap to fit between nubs on end of rafter. Continue this process until fabric is secured all the way around. Figure 5 Rafter Strap w/hook at bottom of fabric top. Note: Fabric top has been designed smaller than frame to allow for the taut look of the Palm. If strap does not reach nubs after pulling, let go of fabric and let top relax for 0 seconds. Then repeat until installed. STEP 7 You are now ready to raise the rafters. Using 2 persons, ratchet lower hub up in unison. Persons may be able to stand on the ground until the hub is raised too high and then step ladders will be required. ( Figure 7) When hub is ratcheted to its highest point, retrieve Bolt and Nut and spacers (set aside at step 4). Install them back into the center pole as they were prior to lowering the bottom hub. Come-A-Long Figure 6 Caution: Bolt/nut & spacers must be installed to prevent bottom hub with rafters from sliding down center pole. You may now remove the Come-A-Longs. Your funbrella Palm is now ready for use. 5 Figure 7
IMPORTANT Proper installation suitable to site conditions is the responsibility of the installer. For removal of pole, reverse steps through 7 to prevent frame damage. CAUTION: When high wind conditions are expected, use Come-A-Longs to lower Funbrella Palm and remove top. Then either raise frame and insert bolt/nut/spacer assembly to hold bottom hub in place - or - remove rafters and braces. FUNBRELLA PALM MAINTENANCE Maintenance should be performed on the frame and top at least once a year. Frame:. Check bolts fastening top hub casting to center pole. Tighten or replace if worn. 2. Inspect condition of top and bottom aluminum hub castings. There should be no cracks in the hinge ears or excessive wear in the bolt holes. 3. Check flat ends of bows and braces. There should be no breaks in the metal or excessive wear to the bolt holes. 4. Check all bolts fastening bows and braces to the castings for wear. Lock nuts are to be tightened so at least one and one half threads are exposed beyond the nut. Over-tightening can result in frame damage. Fabric Top:. Store fabric top in a cool, dry area. If prolonged storage is anticipated, clean with warm water and mild soap. Never store while wet or damp. 2. Contact with organic solvents, halogens, cleaning solutions or highly acidic substances may reduce the service life of the fabric and void the warranty. IMPORTANT FUNBRELLA PALM NOTICE WARNING: Do not install groundsleeve or center pole where they may be in contact with water from swimming pool or any other body of water. Fabric should be removed from frame when frame is lowered for an extended period of time. After fabric is removed, either raise frame and insert bolt/nut/spacer assembly to hold bottom hub in place - or - remove rafters and braces. Accelerated wear of fabric, rafters and braces will occur if unit is lowered for any period of time. The Funbrella Palm Frame and Top are designed for years of extended wear when these instructions are carefully followed. 6
EVANSVILLE, INDIANA PHONE NUMBER 82 867 242 FAX NUMBER 82 867 0547 Anchor products are of superior design and operate best within the parameters of these instructions. It is imperative that the instructions be carefully read and COMPLETELY FOLLOWED. Please read installation instructions before the installation or removal of this product. Installation instructions are available online at www.anchorinc.com or by calling -800-544-4445. CAUTION:. For each installation, the installer is solely responsible for evaluating the site and the proper securing method determined. Some soils require different staking or securing than that provided with the tent. Due to this variety of soil conditions, these are the manufacturer s suggested sequence of installation procedures. Anchor s responsibility is limited to the manufacture of the tent parts and materials. We are not responsible for methods that installers may choose to erect and secure the tent to the ground. 2. The mounting method suggested in the installation instructions does not necessarily meet all or any relevant codes on the site of the installation. The method suggested will, in many cases, keep the structure erected, however, due to various soil conditions; this method may be insuffi cient to keep the structure secure in high winds. It is the installer s responsibility, not the manufacturer, to determine the appropriate method of securing the structure to meet the necessary wind loads on the site. Regardless of the mounting method we suggest, we make no representation or warranty as to whether the mounting method suggested will meet the local code. Anchor does not, nor can it make any suggestions, representation, or warranties about the adequate mounting required at each specifi c installation site. 3. Inasmuch as the weather is unpredictable, good judgment and common sense must be incorporated within installation guidelines. It is the responsibility of the tent installer/maintainer to determine the severity of the weather, proper time and method of installation and/or erection and disassembly. Note: We recommend that snow and ice be removed from the tent surface as soon as possible because accumulation will damage the tent or fabric structure. Please consult with our Engineering Department about the maximum loads for each product. This product has been manufactured for use as a temporary sunshade structure. For the safety of all occupants, evacuation is recommended if threatening weather occurs, or if there is any doubt concerning the safe use of this product. 4. Proper safety equipment should be used at all times to insure a safe installation and take down. We suggest a careful evaluation be made to determine safety equipment needed, such as hard hats, steel-toe shoes, safety glasses and other as required. It is our desire that all installations are safe. Please be aware of hidden dangers both underground, i.e., gas lines, water lines, electrical lines, etc. and above the tent such as power lines and telephone lines. 5. Anchor stands behind its products in accordance with its standard Terms and Conditions of sale. A copy of our Terms and Conditions of Sale can be obtained by contacting Anchor at the telephone number and/or address on this document. 28. Alternate 09-25-08